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Book Spotlight - Modern Criminal Evidence
Posted by Peel Law Association
on 2 June 2023
Check out this resource in the PLA Library!

Modern Criminal Evidence
by Matthew Gourlay, Brock Jones, Jill D. Makepeace, Glen Crisp, and Renee Pomerance
Published: August 2021 by Emond Publishing
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Introduction: Basic Concepts in the Law of Evidence
Chapter 2: From Evidence to Verdict: Confessions of a Judicial Fact-Finder
Chapter 3: Judicial Notice
Chapter 4: Opinion Evidence
Chapter 5: Circumstantial Evidence
Chapter 6: Hearsay
Chapter 7: Character Evidence
Chapter 8: Examination of Witnesses
Chapter 9: Specific Types of Witnesses
Chapter 10: Confessions and Self-Incrimination
Chapter 11: Privilege
Chapter 12: Digital Evidence
Chapter 13: Documentary Evidence
Chapter 14: Identification Evidence
Chapter 15: Intersection of Proceedings
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This item is available to PLA Members in good standing for sign-out. PLA Members can sign-out up to three items for overnight use for a seven day period. Overdue charges may be applicable to items that are not returned by their due date.
Not a member, but looking to become one? Please follow the link for the Membership Form and Fees. You may also contact the PLA Library Staff by email, and they will be happy to assist you. It only takes moments to join, and the PLA Library Staff can process memberships on the spot. Once payment is received, you can take advantage of all your PLA Membership Benefits, including discounts on CPD programs and social events.
As a friendly reminder, the Peel Law Association Library, Lawyers' Lounge and related services are open to all lawyers who are in good standing with the LSO, articling students, and LPP candidates.
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Book Spotlight - Impaired Driving and Other Criminal Code Driving Offences, 2nd Edition
Posted by Peel Law Association
on 26 May 2023
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Impaired Driving and Other Criminal Code Driving Offences, 2nd Edition
by Karen Jokinen and Peter Keen
Published: March 2023 by Emond Publishing
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Legislative Changes and Sequence of a Drinking and Driving Case
Chapter 2: 80 and Over: Section 320.14(1)(b)
Chapter 3: Drug Per Se Limits
Chapter 4: Impaired Ability to Operate
Chapter 5: Fail or Refuse Screening Demand: Section 320.15(1)
Chapter 6: Operating While Prohibited
Chapter 7: Dangerous Driving
Chapter 8: Criminal Negligence
Chapter 9: Flight from Police
Chapter 10: Fail to Stop at Scene of Accident
Chapter 11: Aggravated Driving Offences: Causing Death or Bodily Harm
Chapter 12: Reviewing the Brief & Disclosure
Chapter 13: Conveyances
Chapter 14: The Stop
Chapter 15: Operation vs Care or Control
Chapter 16: Roadside Screening Demands
Chapter 17: The Arrest and Evidentiary Demands
Chapter 18: Proving Blood Alcohol Concentration Through Breath Samples: Approved Instruments and Certified Evidence
Chapter 19: Drug Impaired Driving
Chapter 20: Blood Demands and Hospital Interactions
Chapter 21: Custody, Detention, and the Charter
Chapter 22: Common Law Defences
Chapter 23: Sentencing
Chapter 24: Rights to Counsel: Section 10(b) of the Charter
Chapter 25: Charter Remedies: Section 24(2)
Chapter 26: Conclusion: Future of Driving Offences in Canada
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This item is available to PLA Members in good standing for sign-out. PLA Members can sign-out up to three items for overnight use for a seven day period. Overdue charges may be applicable to items that are not returned by their due date.
Not a member, but looking to become one? Please follow the link for the Membership Form and Fees. You may also contact the PLA Library Staff by email, and they will be happy to assist you. It only takes moments to join, and the PLA Library Staff can process memberships on the spot. Once payment is received, you can take advantage of all your PLA Membership Benefits, including discounts on CPD programs and social events.
As a friendly reminder, the Peel Law Association Library, Lawyers' Lounge and related services are open to all lawyers who are in good standing with the LSO, articling students, and LPP candidates.
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Member Benefits - Free Legal Research
Posted by Peel Law Association
on 25 May 2023
Having trouble searching for case law or precedents? Send a legal research request to PLA staff today! This service is provided free of charge to all PLA Members (Note: Fees may be applicable for in-depth research).
Click here to submit a research request to PLA staff.
Non-Members are welcome to submit a research request as well, but will be charged a fee for legal research services. Send in a request and staff will provide you with the estimated cost for your research request.
Not a member, but looking to become one? Please follow the link for the Membership Form and Fees. You may also contact the PLA Library Staff by email, and they will be happy to assist you. It only takes moments to join, and the PLA Library Staff can process memberships on the spot. Once payment is received, you can take advantage of all your PLA Membership Benefits, including discounts on CPD programs and social events.
As a friendly reminder, the Peel Law Association Library, Lawyers' Lounge and related services are open to all lawyers who are in good standing with the LSO, articling students, and LPP candidates.
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Member Benefits - Sign Books out from the Library
Posted by Peel Law Association
on 18 May 2023
Looking for a book to read during the upcoming long weekend? Take advantage of your membership with the Peel Law Association and stop by the library to sign out some books.
Check out our New Books list posted in the Members' Corner to see what books we have acquired so far during this calendar year.
See a book you like? Complete our online book request form and staff will let you know if the requested book is available and we it will be ready for you to pick-up when you arrive.
Not a member, but looking to become one? Please follow the link for the Membership Form and Fees. You may also contact the PLA Library Staff by email, and they will be happy to assist you. It only takes moments to join, and the PLA Library Staff can process memberships on the spot. Once payment is received, you can take advantage of all your PLA Membership Benefits, including discounts on CPD programs and social events.
As a friendly reminder, the Peel Law Association Library, Lawyers' Lounge and related services are open to all lawyers who are in good standing with the LSO, articling students, and LPP candidates.
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